As the sun peeked over the horizon, I was already logged into ChatGPT-4 Turbo, the latest marvel from OpenAI that had rolled out while most were still nestled in their beds. My mission? To arm a lawyer friend with an AI assistant that could sift through case law with the precision of a seasoned barrister. This wasn’t just any assistant; it was like crafting a bespoke suit, tailored to the intricacies of legal strategy and objection forecasting.
In my digital toolkit, I found two plugins that were to legal research what a gavel is to a judge – the US Federal Law and midpage caselaw. With these, and the Linkreader as my trusty sidekick, I could traverse the vast legal landscape, ensuring no stone was left unturned.
By mid-morning, I found myself in the all-too-familiar setting of a clinic, awaiting an MRI. The wait was longer than a filibuster, so I turned to my phone and dove back into the world of ChatGPT. The plugin count had exploded, from a modest gathering to a veritable digital metropolis. The growth was exponential, a testament to the ingenuity of developers and the insatiable curiosity of users like myself.
Among the plethora of specialized GPTs, I encountered one for Canva and thought, “Why not?” So, I asked the AI to whip up a lawyer meme, because who doesn’t love a good chuckle at the absurdity of client relationships? It was so spot-on, I duplicated it, flipped it, reversed it, and made it even funnier. It was easier than putting socks on a rooster.
The array of GPTs was as varied as the law itself. There was DALL·E, an artist turning concepts into visuals, and the Negotiator, ready to strategize like a seasoned litigator. For those moments of writer’s block, the Creative Writing Coach offered guidance, while the Tech Support Advisor stood ready to troubleshoot with the patience of a saint. I did encounter one irritant, you couldn’t use those magical plugins with the Specialist GPTs. Hope they remedy that soon.
After the day’s appointments, I returned home to find ChatGPT taking an unexpected recess – the system had crashed, a rare hiccup in the digital court of public opinion. Yet, before the downtime, I had managed to conduct some substantial research. Thank God for Bard – who is a masterful backup.
The next day brought a new beginning and a fresh login. With the results of my MRI in hand, I challengesd ChatGPT to channel a leading surgeon’s expertise. The AI responds with digital empathy, translating medical speak into a clear narrative, offering a level of patient understanding and interaction as impressive as securing more than five precious minutes with a real-life doctor. Patiently addressing every follow-up question without a hint of haste.
As I reflect on the day’s adventures and let ChatGPT peruse my narrative, I’m filled with anticipation for the future applications of this technology. It’s a brave new world for the legal profession, and I’m ready to meet it with a smile and a savvy AI assistant by my side. Now, if only ChatGPT could serve coffee during those early morning case reviews.
